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As we knew going into this, complications are likely with this surgery. Most of our time post-op has been steps forward, last night we took a step back. Last January, Mark had surgery to reverse his illeostomy. We were stuck in the hospital an extra couple of weeks because Mark developed an ileus. This is medical speak for bowels that are asleep. The last couple of days, Mark has been sipping water. He had a Popsicle last night for dinner. The nausea, which had been there all along, got worse. By midnight, we had to replace the NG tube to pump out his stomach, as nothing was moving through. Mark had really not wanted this tube, as his January experience was so rugged. Last night was a bit better than that, and Mark was relieved after the tube was placed. The plan now is to leave this in a few days, or until his colostomy starts working. We're also going to give him 2 units of blood to strengthen him up a bit. He did walk for about 10 minutes this morning, the best he has done so far. Hopefully, we can continue this process. More he walks, more his pipes will wake up and start to do their business. When that happens, we will be back to moving two steps up again.

Finally, a note to the good folks at Sertoma. Mark and I were profoundly touched that you mentioned him in the opening prayer at the Classic. No wonder he did so well. Thanks again.